Michael Dublin is a full-time con man working the underground boxing circuit. A lonely drifter on the run from a past best forgotten, he moves from one scam to another, leaving a trail of enemies in his wake. Dublin invent... more »s his best scam yet when he meets Katherine Parker, a female fighter with the skills to take down a man twice her size. In a scheme Dublin calls fight-rigging, in reverse, the two hit the road working fights in seedy basement bars, abandoned warehouses, and backwoods county fairs. But Dublin's shady past catches up with them and suddenly the stakes are higher - and more dangerous - than they'd ever imagined.« less
JACQUI J. from PAYSON, AZ Reviewed on 7/24/2012...
Excellent! Powerful! Emotional! Fast moving, acting superb...if you like action,(never mind the blood and violence) you will be glued to your screen. Surprises with every punch.
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Movie Reviews
Excellent Independent Movie
matnay | Atlanta, GA | 12/24/2009
(4 out of 5 stars)
"I watch a lot of independent films. Typically you can tell that they are independent either by the low-grade filming, all outdoor shots, or worthless actors who can't make it in community theatre. It's no easy task, but if those things work for you, you still usually have to be forgiving with issues with story or continuity, but these things are not an issue with "Fight Night".
The start of the film is a bit messy... the cinematography doesn't settle down for a while and there's too much "effect" for effect sake. But soon the lead actors present a story well enough that you soon move pass the effects and start paying attention to the story. It's a shame that neither star has other credits to their name that I can find... they should definitely be holding our attention in more movies."
Worth the Purchase!
Keith MacDonald | Vero Beach, FL | 10/22/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"I saw this fight flick on Showtime and had to add it to my library.
Chad Ortis "Mike Dublin" should become an A-Lister - he's a very good actor. He times throw-aways well and was a convincing sleazoid manager.
Rebecca Neunswander is captivating in her role as the fighter and she's also a very good actress. Ortis and Neunswander should do more films together - there was some great chemistry.
Despite all it's violence and blood gore, there's something about this movie that wins you over. Perhaps it's the great dialog between the characters? Kudos to writer Ian Schorr for excellent screenwriting.
(Disclaimer: I do not know any of these people. I was simply impressed that they created a fight flick that was actually interesting to watch, was well-written and acted -- and it stayed clear of the all-too typical fight movie cliches.)
Go "Speedy"! ;)"
GREAT Indie Movie!
Scott Michina | Altoona, PA USA | 06/29/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"WOW! I really didn't know what to expect from this movie but was blown away at by how good it was. It is very entertaining and the actors/actresses were excellent. It had alot of violence (boxing of course) but also had some good action, drama and touching moments. It kept my attention the whole time and I was cheering for Kathryn Parker, the female fighter. I hope the writer and director makes alot more movies! Oh and the reviewer that gave it one star and said he'd give it zero....well you know there's always one in a bunch. Oh well."
Excellent Indie Flick
WE | Castle Rock, CO USA | 06/19/2009
(4 out of 5 stars)
"Picked this one up because of the cover art and didn't expect a lot. I was pleasantly surprised all around.
The movie tells the tale of two very different people and the personal redemption they both eventually find while on the bare knuckle fight circuit.
Chad Ortis does an excellent job as Michael Dublin, an amoral fight promoter who's only looking out for himself.
Rebecca Neuenswander is outstanding as a very feisty Katherine Parker. She's got a bad attitude and something to prove. I really got invested in her character and the inner drive that motivated her to fight.
If you're looking for a "real" fight, then rent a MMA dvd. If you want to be entertained for an hour and half, give this one a look."
A B film that merits a grade of "A"
Beantown Jim | Florida | 07/24/2010
(5 out of 5 stars)
"If you like the premise of a film about aspiring female fighters and were disappointed with Clint Eastwood's overly morbid Oscar winner on the subject, then please give this film a try. It is excellent by any measure. The star, Rebecca Neunswander, is a combination of strong, independent, but also vulnerable and soft(at times) that some men seek all their lives. The male lead was excellent, doing a "film noire" job of running a two-bit boxing promotion business while being penniless. The film plays with our emotions, as all great films do, but provides a "payoff" at the end which I won't spoil for you. I purchased the film with no expectations at all; the entire cast was unknown to me. Having seen it, I am very glad to have bought it and wonder just what DOES constitute a hit movie and a "star", as this film and its major players both deserved higher station in the Hollywood pantheon."